Aviator (Gen 2)

I have a Marq Aviator, second-hand. It is the best looking watch they make. Period. It's looks big on my skinny wrist but all fitness watches do.

I love garmin aviator

Marq gen 2.. It is a good looking watch (I got it at a discount at REI with other credits).

They are paid apps, but your TCO is less than a Garmin if you want something that gives you Siri/voice commands etc (by which I mean cost over 3/4 years inc purchase, apps and resale value). Yes to HRV/VO2 etc. And much more. WorkOutDoors is the other app you’ll need if navigating outdoors matters to you. No argument from me - this is less seamless than Garmin’s all in one solution. I also won’t argue that the Ultra doesn’t go far enough to bridging the gap with Garmin in this regard. Battery life is also a major factor. Hardcore adventurists need multi-day battery. 95% of users do not. Upsides with AWU is of course, cell/data, seamless Apple integration, voice commands etc. Your choice is determined by how much Garmin’s inbuilt solution matter to you vs how much you use /will lament Apple functionality. FYI, I’m wearing my beloved Marq2 as I write this. I’m a total Garmin fanboy, but I’m also realistic about the AWU being a perfect solution for most people.

Garmin has to be one of the most stubborn refuse to change companies out there. I mean has anyone looked at their executive team lately. Bunch of clueless old guys that don’t appear to have any athletic ability anymore & never had any fashion sense. We ask for a whoop competitor & we get an index sleep monitor. However don’t worry we’ve released a screenless tracker for your horse. I’ve had a ton of Garmins over the years. Including multiple Marqs. Now because Garmin won’t listen to their customers I’ve moved over to Amazfit & Whoop(have had one for like 7 years) I’d gladly go back to Garmin if they would release what we’ve asked for, a proper screenless Whoop competitor. Garmin wake up already. Of course I’ll be checking out Polar’s offering next week. Hope they nail their band.